Dude Simulator 2

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Dude Simulator 2 is a sandbox game where players can explore an open world, play pranks, and complete challenges. With various environments and objects to interact with, players can create their own adventures and wreak havoc in a variety of ways. The game features improved graphics and physics over the original, and offers even more opportunities for mischief and mayhem.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

50%

Audience ScoreBased on 532 reviews

humor29 positive mentions

gameplay7 negative mentions

The game offers a humorous and absurd experience, providing moments of fun and laughter.
It's a budget-friendly option for those looking for a light-hearted sandbox game.
The graphics, while simple, have a colorful and charming aesthetic that some players appreciate.

The game lacks substantial content and quickly becomes repetitive and boring.
Many players report numerous bugs and technical issues that hinder gameplay.
It feels like a cash grab with minimal innovation compared to its predecessor, making it feel like a copy of Dude Simulator 1.

gameplay
30 mentions
10 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The gameplay aspect of the game has received mixed to negative feedback, with many users noting that it primarily focuses on gameplay rather than a narrative. Critics have described the mechanics as lacking innovation, filled with bugs, and overall unengaging, while some appreciate the humor and physics involved. Overall, the consensus leans towards the gameplay being underwhelming and not worth the investment.
- “I am amazed by the physics and the gameplay of this game.”
- “The core gameplay loop remains relatively unchanged, leading to a sense of familiarity rather than innovation.”
- “[b]🤣 Enhanced humor and satirical elements[/b] continuing the tradition of its predecessor, Dude Simulator 2 injects plenty of humor and satire into its gameplay experience.”
- “Total cash grab, worthless gameplay, broken English, everything that's wrong with an asset-flipped project is here in this game.”
- “Terrible game with terrible mechanics and gameplay.”
- “There's no actual gameplay or content.”
humor
30 mentions
97 % positive mentions
-7 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, particularly in the initial moments, while others criticize it as juvenile and lacking depth. Many comments highlight moments of absurdity and silliness, but also note that the humor can wear thin quickly due to limited gameplay options. Overall, while some players appreciate the comedic elements, others feel it falls short and is more of a cash grab than a well-crafted experience.
- “It's hilarious.”
- “This game is pretty funny, but can be kinda weird.”
- “🤣 Enhanced humor and satirical elements continue the tradition of its predecessor, Dude Simulator 2 injects plenty of humor and satire into its gameplay experience.”
- “It's not funny!”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more humor, but it just didn't land.”
story
26 mentions
4 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The consensus among users is that the game lacks a meaningful story, with many reviewers noting the absence of any plot, quests, or narrative structure. While some acknowledge that gameplay is the primary focus, the overall sentiment is that the game feels empty and directionless without a compelling storyline.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “The game features no proper level design or game/story flow/plot, and while some game formats can be amenable to this, they must be truly exceptional, where this is not.”
- “No storyline whatsoever.”
graphics
20 mentions
20 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising their unique pixelized style and high quality, while others report significant performance issues, such as low frame rates and poor optimization. Despite these concerns, many find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the game's aesthetic. However, technical problems can hinder the overall experience, particularly for those with lower-end systems.
- “Graphics are great despite their Minecraft pixelized style.”
- “The graphics in this are amazing; this game needs an award.”
- “Graphics are impeccable.”
- “I was brought with the screen extremely zoomed in and because it was zoomed in I couldn't press the start button to play, and if I tried to turn the graphics back to normal I couldn't because... you guessed it, the screen was too zoomed in to even bring it up the smallest bit.”
- “My PC can run Payday 2, but for some reason this runs at a whopping 6 fps at the lowest graphics possible.”
- “Issues such as performance optimization, graphical fidelity, and animation quality could impact player immersion and enjoyment.”
grinding
12 mentions
8 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively tedious, with many players feeling it requires an unrealistic time investment. The repetitive nature of grinding for rewards, such as steam card drops, has led to frustration and a lack of enjoyment, prompting some to abandon the game altogether. Overall, players are calling for a less grind-heavy experience in future installments.
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I won't be playing again for that reason as it's far too tedious.”
- “If you are making a third, please for the love of Gaben, make it less boring and less grindy!”
music
8 mentions
13 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
63 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely criticized, with many users describing it as annoying, low-quality, and reminiscent of generic Unity assets. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant drawback, contributing to a negative gaming experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Shitty music and Unity assets: the game.”
- “Really annoying music.”
- “It's just trash, a lot of bugs, bad music, and basically no gameplay.”
stability
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience. While some players find humor in the glitches, many describe the game as unplayable and frustrating, likening it to low-quality titles found on obscure websites. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability problems that hinder enjoyment.
- “The game has a lot of glitches, not very playable nor fun; it is like a game you would find on a crappy site.”
- “This game is absolutely awful; it's buggy, painful to look at, and runs like garbage.”
- “It's full of errors and glitches.”
optimization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to poor performance, low graphical fidelity, and subpar animation quality, which detracts from player immersion and overall enjoyment. Many users report difficulty in achieving smooth gameplay, even at a low price point.
- “Poorly optimized and bad settings; I paid 50 cents for this game.”
- “At least I can end my suffering with alcohol; too bad this game is so poorly optimized that I can barely drink the beer in the first place.”
- “Issues such as performance optimization, graphical fidelity, and animation quality could impact player immersion and enjoyment.”
replayability
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game exhibits a wide range of opinions on replayability, with some players finding it infinitely replayable, while others criticize it for having virtually no replay value or content. This stark contrast suggests that the replayability may heavily depend on individual player preferences and experiences.
- “Infinitely replayable (or almost)”
- “It has literally zero replay value and no content.”
monetization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of this game is heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, with reviewers highlighting its lack of original content and poor gameplay. Many feel that the developers exploited humor to mask the game's shortcomings, while also failing to credit the original creators of the assets used, further emphasizing the game's exploitative nature.
- “Save your money, there were a lot of little things that could have been done to make this game great, but instead it was clearly a cash grab, hoping the small bit of humor will keep people paying.”
- “This is the most cash grabby game I have ever played!”
- “The 'developers' here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets here, so this is plagiarism, as well as cash grab shovelware.”